Description
Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the perfect easy appetizer for any party or gathering! This simple recipe combines sausage, cream cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and cheddar cheese into delicious, bite-sized snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground sausage (Italian or breakfast sausage)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Bisquick baking mix (optional, for binding)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Ensure cream cheese is softened and Rotel tomatoes are well-drained. Shred cheddar cheese if needed.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, drained Rotel, cooked sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well. Add Bisquick if the mixture is too wet.
- Bake the Sausage Balls: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the sausage balls cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Drain Rotel thoroughly to prevent soggy sausage balls.
- Do not overbake; bake until golden brown.
- Prepare the mixture ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Serve warm for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sausage balls
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg